Method of email attachment confirmation

Abstract

The present invention provides a method for automatically determining, and accordingly prompting an email user as to whether an attachment is to accompany an email message prior to transmission of the message. In one embodiment, the present invention provides a method, which can prompt an email user as to whether an attachment is to accompany an email addressed to certain individuals, groups, or organizations, prior to transmission of the message. In one embodiment, a database of certain addressees to whom attachments are frequently transmitted is consulted. In one embodiment, the present invention provides a method, which automatically prompts users based on the content of an email message as to whether an attachment is desired prior to transmission. In one embodiment, a database of certain keywords appearing in message text frequently correlated with attachment inclusion is consulted. In one embodiment, the databases are automatically updated by a self-learning modality.

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BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION[0001]1. Field of the Invention[0002]The present invention relates to the field of computer programs for communications. Specifically, the invention is designed to provide a method and system thereof for confirming that attachments are made to relevant email messages prior to their transmission.[0003]2. Related Art[0004]Electronic mail (email) has become a common mode of communication.[0005]It is fast, inexpensive, simple, and accessible. As such, communication between individuals, between individuals and groups, between groups, and organizations of all sizes, ubiquitously and increasingly, flows by this mode.[0006]Messages transmitted by email may vary in size and scope, from the simplest one-line queries, notes, acknowledgments, and greetings, etc., to elaborate communiqués. Often, information is transmitted by email outside the message itself, as an attachment to the message, in other than an email message format. Attachments may include documents, pict...

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Problems solved by technology

This is an annoyingly common mistake.

This has discernible deleterious results including excessive email transmission, lost time, lost productivity, embarrassment, confusion, and the possibility of delay in transmitting important, time-sensitive information.

However, forgetfulness and preoccupation render this a problematic and ineffective solution.

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